Remember those artificial green but oh-so-yummy shamrock shakes that were only around in March? Try this guilt-free version of that American classic.

Published: March 17, 2016 | Updated: November 27, 2019

Remember when you were a kid and your mom would hit your favorite drive-thru for one of those artificial green but oh-so-yummy shamrock shakes? Save the fat and calories with this guilt-free, grown-up version (although kids will love it too!) of the classic shamrock shake.

Ingredients
5 baby spinach leaves
1 cup unsweetened vanilla almond, cashew or coconut milk
2 tablespoons maple syrup
½ teaspoon peppermint extract
1 cup ice

Garnish
About 10 mini chocolate chips
1 sprig fresh mint

Process all ingredients but the garnish in a food processor or in a blender on the smoothie or purée setting. Pour into a glass and top with chocolate chips and mint. Happy St. Patrick’s Day to you!